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KWilfred · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is able to percuss a dull tone over a client's bladder after the client has voided 300 ml of urine. Which conclusion by the nurse is the most appropriate?

1. This is a normal finding.
2. Possible urinary tract infection.
3. This is a sign of prostate enlargement.
4. Probable urinary retention.

Question 2

During the assessment of a client's renal system, the nurse is unable to palpate the kidneys. Which conclusion by the nurse is the most appropriate?

1. An indication of an inflammatory condition of the kidneys.
2. A sign of acute or chronic renal disease.
3. Normal.
4. A sign of polycystic kidney disease.

Ksh22 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4
This is not a normal finding as there should be little to no urine remaining in the bladder following urination. A dull percussion tone over the bladder of a client who has just urinated indicates urinary retention, and further evaluation is necessary. Urinary retention can lead to urinary tract infections, but this could not be concluded without additional testing. Prostate enlargement usually affects the client's ability to start the urine flow and maintain a strong urine flow, so urinary retention would not indicate this condition.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
The kidneys are normally not palpable; therefore, the other options are not indicated by being unable to palpate the kidneys.